The History of Jazz

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This course is designed to furnish the student with the knowledge and experience necessary to develop the art of listening intelligently and perceptively to various styles of jazz and to increase enjoyment and appreciation for music in general. The emphasis will be on jazz, beginning with the influx of slaves into New Orleans through the current jazz styles of the 21st century. The course will include several lectures on the elements of music and musical instruments, as well as basic music theory.